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Ukraine bombs another bridge in Kursk

Ukrainian army again attacks key bridge in Russian Kursk region, which may indicate a long-term presence and strengthening of positions in this area. Russian counterattack is complicated by destroyed bridges.

Aug. 18, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Poor Ajax loses in injury time to plucky promoter NAC

Ajax loses 2-1 to NAC Breda after remarkable lineup by coach Farioli and sees first league defeat after poor first half.

Aug. 18, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Turkish vacationers find own country too expensive and prefer to go to Greek islands

Turkish vacationers are opting en masse for the Greek islands this year instead of the usual Turkish Riviera. Due to Turkey's economic problems and high inflation, prices are too high and a new visa regime for some Greek islands offers an attractive alternative.

Aug. 18, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Vollering comes up four seconds short on Alpe d'Huez, final Tour Femmes win for Niewiadoma

Vollering's early attack on the Col du Glandon secures her a stage win, but Niewiadoma's strong performance on Alpe d'Huez seals her second consecutive victory in the Tour de France Femmes, with Rooijakkers taking third place overall.

Aug. 18, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Fire at Somerset House in London, 'works of art not at risk'

Somerset House, a centuries-old palace in London, is now a center for art and culture with works by famous painters. Despite a fire in part of the building, no valuable pieces were damaged.

Aug. 17, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

OpenAI: Iranian ChatGPT accounts removed, wanted to influence US elections

Chatbot was used to create articles on various topics, including the US presidential election, Gaza conflict, and Israel's presence at the Olympics. However, according to OpenAI, the articles had little impact on social media. Meanwhile, sources claim that hackers linked to Trump may have gained access to a Republican's personal email account and attempted to breach campaign networks, which Iran denies.